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Student From Syria Reclaims Her Identity

31 Jul 2018
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Student Perspective on Community in Quarantine

22 May 2020
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Students Find the True North

9 Jul 2019
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Summer Camp Provides Powerful Relief from Pain

21 Apr 2016
“Don’t be afraid. Remember my story.” Thirteen-year-old Stephanie spoke these words as she joined her fellow campers around a campfire at Arden Circle Square Ranch [...]
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Summer Camp Staff Discovers Joy in Servant Leadership

30 May 2018
The Stories   “Being with kids 24/7 at camp is a huge stretch. It finds your limits and pushes you to them. But in our weakness, God shows his strength and [...]
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Urbana is Where You Need to Be in December

11 May 2018
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Views from the Saddle: Camp Through the Eyes of a Ten-Year Old

31 Oct 2018
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We are More than the New Trend

4 Jun 2020
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We Go With God Into Undiscovered Territory

22 May 2020
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Week-Long MARKcamp Inspires Student to Serve

1 May 2018
The Stories   “Do I only do things for God that make me comfortable? That’s not how it’s supposed to be. It’s about crossing boundaries socially, economically, [...]
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"What are you willing to do when no one is watchin "What are you willing to do when no one is watching? How are you willing to treat people when no one sees? How are you going to view and think about black people in your everyday life?" ⠀ ⠀ InterVarsity alumna Tashana offers her perspective on current events in North America and challenges mainstream approaches to racial injustice in our lastest guest blog. Read more at intervarsity.ca (link in bio). ⠀ . . . . . . . . . . . . . ⠀ #blogpost #racialinjustice #reflections #racialrealities #morethanatrend #standup #act #justiceforpocs #justiceforblackbodies #loveforall #blacklivesmatter #alllivesmatterequally #supportpocs #pocvoices #blackvoices #justice #studentreflections #studentvoices #intervarsitycanada #ivcan
We love to gather together! That's how all of our We love to gather together! That's how all of our ministries function. So we were pretty bummed at the thought of losing one of our most loved annual conferences.⠀ ⠀ But our staff rallied! By God's leading, they adapted our week-long MARKcamps into virtual gathering spaces where students could still come together to spend time in Scripture. ⠀ ⠀ Hear from Dave, who helped create MARKnest, the online version of MARKwest, here: https://ivcf.ca/adapting-ministry-to-the-digital-world/
We are saddened by the recent announcement in Onta We are saddened by the recent announcement in Ontario. Though it means that four more of our camps cannot host overnight programming this summer, we are continuing to pray and ask Jesus what he has for us. ⠀ ⠀ Our Executive Director at Circle Square Ranch Grand River, Andrea, wrote a touching blog to share her feelings about the announcement. Visit the link below or in our bio to read more⠀ https://ivcf.ca/grieving-the-loss-of-summer-camp/
With great sadness, we're announcing that four mor With great sadness, we're announcing that four more of our camps will not be hosting overnight programming this summer. We support our government's decision and their willingness to do what they can to keep families safe and healthy this summer. But we will miss camp! 😥⠀ ⠀ Please pray for our nine camps, six of which will not be facilitating full programming this summer. ⠀ ⠀ To read more about how we're responding to COVID-19, please click here: https://ivcf.ca/covid-19-update/ (link in bio)
Have you tried the [email protected] challenges? Our camps Have you tried the Camp@Home challenges? Our camps have done such a great job of providing families with ways to have all the fun of summer camp from the comfort of their living rooms. ⠀ ⠀ If you're itching for something new and fun to do, check out the free crafts, games, and challenges that Circle Square Ranch Grand River has made. You can find them at https://www.csranchgrandriver.ca/camp-at-home/ 🏕️🏡⠀ ⠀ .⠀ .⠀ .⠀ .⠀ .⠀ .⠀ .⠀ .⠀ .⠀ #covidchallenges #covidactivities #activitiesforquarantine #challengesinquarantine #campathome #campinquarantine #covidcamping #campministry #virtualministry #onlineministry #christianministry #christiansummercamps #summercamp #studentministry #youthministry #ministryinquarantine #covidministry #christiansincovid
These times have been crazy uncertain! And many of These times have been crazy uncertain! And many of us still see a handful of question marks as we look toward the summer months.⠀ We've got a new blog up on the mental and physical effects of uncertainty and we want to know: how does uncertainty affect you? Has God brought a particular verse to your heart to help you through this season?⠀ For the full blog, check out https://ivcf.ca/how-uncertainty-affects-us/⠀(link in bio) .⠀ .⠀ .⠀ . . . . . . . . .⠀ #affectsofuncertainty #uncertaintysucks #uncertaintimes #covidfeels #covidthoughts #quarantinefeels #quarantinethoughts #graduation #studentlife #studentministry #willigraduate #iwanttograduate #youthministry #ministryduringcovid #ministryinquarantine #onlineministry #virtualministry #newblog #christianbloggers #christianministriesonline
In response to Mark's Gospel students have created In response to Mark's Gospel students have created an entire gallery of incredible art 😍 Swipe >>> . To see more or learn the inspiration behind these pieces visit www.intervarsity.ca/marknest-art-gallery (link in bio) . . . . . . . . . #artinresponsetoscripture #artinresponse #respondthroughart #artpieces #artgallery #studentart #studentmade #marksgospel #gospelofmark #scriptureart #scripture #art #godsword #studentministy #virtualministry #virtualbiblestudy #onlinebiblestudy #marknest2020
🖥📖🙌🏽 Our virtual MARKcamps are going l 🖥📖🙌🏽 Our virtual MARKcamps are going live! This year, we've taken our MARKcamps online and now we want you to share in the experience. Join students and staff from across the country for two live sessions of MARKnest. Study the Gospel, take part in discussions, and share what God is speaking to you. All the details are at www.intervarsity.ca/marknestlive or click the link in our bio.
It is with great sadness that we mark the loss of It is with great sadness that we mark the loss of our friend and colleague, Steve Colby on April 28, 2020. It is with joy we celebrate that he has been welcomed home by Jesus. To read more about Steve's life and impact, visit: https://ivcf.ca/remembering-steve-colby/
MARKwest goes digital as MARKnest! 😯😃😍👩🏻‍💻👨‍💻👩🏾‍💻🎉 . ▪️ Our staff teams across the country have adapted our annual MARKcamps for the online world. How great are they? ▪️ MARKnest is one of four camps happening this week, and we can't wait to hear how they go! Are you taking part? . . . . #repost @daveyvonstone @bcivcf
In light of recent events in Nova Scotia, our Atla In light of recent events in Nova Scotia, our Atlantic Canada Director has reflected on hope in the midst of tragedy. For the full story, visit the link in our bio⠀ . . . . . . ⠀ #novascotiastrong #prayfornovascotia #lovenovascotia #lightinthedarkness
When we can't gather in person, we have to find an When we can't gather in person, we have to find another way!⠀ ▪️ How've you been connecting with your InterVarsity fam these days?⠀ .⠀ . . . . . . . . .⠀ #communityonline #zoomuniversity #zoomcommunity #zoomreunion #covidcoping
Love Sheriff Steve's perspective on connecting wit Love Sheriff Steve's perspective on connecting with God through nature today. What kind of nature can you connect with? 🌱🏡🌲🌳 . . . . . . . . . #socialdistancing #coviddevotions #connectingwithgod #connectwithnature #getoutdoors #godiscreator #creationrocks #studentministry #campministry #quarantine2020 #covidtips #earthday #repost @circlesquaregrandriver
Ingredients for InterVarsity at home (serving size Ingredients for InterVarsity at home (serving size: 2-4):⠀ ⠀ -1 Frisbee⠀ -2-4 Bible manuscripts (or substitute regular Bibles)⠀ -A heap of colored pens, pencils or highlighters⠀ -A dash of worship music⠀ -A sprinkle of snacks (all-dressed chips, wasabi peas, Pocky, and Oreos are proven favorites)⠀ -1 well-charged device for FaceTiming, Zooming, or WhatsApping⠀ ⠀ What would you add to the recipe?⠀ .⠀ .⠀ .⠀ .⠀ .⠀ .⠀ .⠀ #recipeforfriendship #intervarsity #intervarsitycanada #intervarsitycan #quarantine2020 #tipsforquarantine #quarantinetips #intervarsityathome #studentlifeathome #zoomuniversity #covid19tips #covid19 #campusministrycontinues #campusministry #campministry #studentministry
A lot of us have been finding solace and comfort i A lot of us have been finding solace and comfort in Psalm 91 these days. It says, "Surely God will save you from the fowler's snare and from the deadly pestilence. He will cover you with his feathers, and under his wings you will find refuge." Such a good reminder, right? We love the image of God as a mightly eagle sheltering us beneath his wings 🦅 Check out @ivcalgaryhsm if you wanna dive into their full 60-second Devo ⏱️📖💚 . . . . . . . #60seconddevo #devotionalthoughts #psalm91 #devosfordays #repost #studentministry #covidclosetogod #connectingwithgod
What do you need from God right now?⠀ ⠀ Everyt What do you need from God right now?⠀ ⠀ Everything feels so uncertain right now. The only thing that seems to help is lifting our eyes to God and praying. ⠀ ⠀ So what do you need right now? Drop us a comment or DM us and we'll connect with you to pray. ⠀ ⠀ If you're praying, would you pray for our nine summer camps? Their spring events have been hit hard in the midst of COVID-19. Any prayers would be much appreciated <3⠀ .⠀ .⠀ .⠀ .⠀ .⠀ . . . . . #prayermatters #quarantineprayers #prayingtogether #prayerispowerful #peoplewhopray #girlswhopray #guyswhopray #christiansofig #youthministry #campusministry #campministry
Who else is missing small group?? 😥 What're you Who else is missing small group?? 😥 What're you doing to stay connected with your InterVarsity pals?⠀ .⠀ .⠀ .⠀ .⠀ .⠀ .⠀ #christiancommunity #studentsofig #studentsinquarantine #quarantinefeels #quarantinelife #imissmyfriends
Like people all over the world, we are deeply conc Like people all over the world, we are deeply concerned about the COVID-19 pandemic. We are praying for God’s mercy to bring an end to the spread of the virus and to bring healing to all who are suffering. In this time of uncertainty and fear, we place ourselves, our families and loved ones and the ministry of InterVarsity in God’s hands. We pray for health professionals and scientists, for leaders in government, church and all institutions. May God bring healing and hope to all nations. As followers of Jesus may we all find ways daily to serve and love those to whom we are close, and especially, the stranger. The foundation of our ministry is to welcome people to come together — usually in groups. We do this in high schools, colleges and universities and we do it at our nine camps. Like everyone else, we now face many restrictions to ministry. We fully support the government’s call to social distancing as a way to slow down the spread of the virus and we are praying for innovative ways to support people so they do not feel isolated and alone. Please pray that our spring campus MARK events and all our summer camp programs will be able to go forward. Camp is a place that eases anxiety and brings joy to children, teens and young adults. In the months to come we believe people will need restorative places to heal and recover more than ever. We would love to be able to welcome them into fellowship at the places God has provided so generously to us across Canada. If you have any questions relating to how we are responding to COVID-19, please get in touch with us at info@ivcf.ca #covid_19 #coronavirus
It's crazy to think that we're already approaching It's crazy to think that we're already approaching the end of the semester!! How do you end a semester well?⠀ Check out the link in our bio for 5 ways to finish the semester on a high note 🖐️ ⠀ . . . . . . . . ⠀ #campus #campusministry #endthesemesterwell #newblog #bloggersofig #christianblogs #christianbloggers
As midterm madness continues and prep for the end As midterm madness continues and prep for the end of the term starts... What's lifting your spirits these days?⠀ ⠀ Friends? Church? That one particular worship song? We'd love to hear what's got you smiling =)⠀ ⠀ ⠀ #ivcampus #studentlife #midtermmadness #midtermseason #finalsseason #finalseason #semesterblues
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